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Macomb Community College
Warren, Michigan · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 14500 E Twelve Mile Rd, Warren, MI 48088 · Phone: (586) 445-7999 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Oct 2023 · Probation · American Physical Therapy Association; Aug 2024 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Macomb Community College is a public trade and career school in Warren, Michigan, offering medical assistant, auto mechanic, and welding programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Macomb Community College has an 18.0% completion rate, below the Michigan state average of 56.9%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is $6,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,596.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Macomb Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 33.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $35,000 | $39,870 | $46,020 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $36,110 | $54,120 | $67,100 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,090 | $49,990 | $59,190 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $42,170 | $60,070 | $74,090 |
| Surgical technologists | $43,690 | $63,320 | $76,470 |
| Medical records specialists | $37,180 | $48,120 | $61,470 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $55,450 | $76,420 | $81,700 |
| Machinists | $38,370 | $52,360 | $62,300 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $46,560 | $80,190 | $95,390 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $35,360 | $39,870 | $45,130 |
| Construction laborers | $37,220 | $49,590 | $61,730 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Michigan (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 39 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 34 | $39,053 | $35,594 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 29 | $33,879 | $38,906 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 29 | $28,843 | $33,281 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 29 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 25 | $33,879 | $38,906 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 22 | $43,636 | $37,748 | $7,049 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 18 | $33,879 | $38,906 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 18 | $19,566 | $26,739 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 14 | $19,566 | $26,739 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 11 | $43,636 | $37,748 | $7,049 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 4 | $43,636 | $37,748 | $7,049 |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Construction Trades, Other | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 1 | $19,566 | $26,739 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Macomb Community College is a public trade and career campus in Warren, Michigan, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission along with program-specific accreditors for its dental and occupational therapy offerings. The school participates in federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help cover costs. Among its 25 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in medical assistant programs, auto mechanic schools, and welding schools.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 18.0%, which is below the Michigan state average of 56.9%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,000, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $41,596 per year. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 33.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
This campus, located in a midsize city setting, serves a large student body of nearly 14,000 undergraduates and produced 374 trade program completers in the most recent reporting period. The mix of shorter certificate-style trade programs alongside more technical fields like radiology and surgical technology suggests options for both quick career entry and longer-term study, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Prospective students, including career changers, should verify current accreditation status and review detailed outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, and confirm program specifics with the school directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Macomb Community College offers 25 program families, with the most completers in medical assistant programs, auto mechanic schools, and welding schools. Other offerings include culinary, surgical tech, medical billing and coding, radiology tech, CNC machining, plumbing, EMT training, and construction trades.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Macomb Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-specific accreditation from the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation and the American Occupational Therapy Association's Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. About 33.7% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate at this campus is 18.0%, which is below the Michigan state average of 56.9%, according to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,000, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $41,596, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (586) 445-7999 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Macomb Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for in-state residents and eligibility for state and federal funding support.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly or check its website for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status through the Higher Learning Commission and review detailed federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at the link provided by the U.S. Department of Education.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not report specific program lengths or scheduling formats, so fit for career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly for details specific to each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Macomb Community College at (586) 445-7999 or through its website at https://www.macomb.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.